PM Modi inaugurates projects in J&K worth Rs 32,000 crore, promises “Viksit Jammu Kashmir”

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Faridabad, 20 February: In a significant push for development in Jammu and Kashmir, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for several projects worth over Rs 32,000 crore during a visit to the Union Territory on February 20th, 2024.

Focus on Education and Healthcare:

·         Dedicated campuses of prestigious institutions like IITs, IIMs, IISERs, IIITDM and IIS were inaugurated, with foundation stones laid for new campuses.

·         AIIMS Jammu was inaugurated, providing comprehensive healthcare services to the region.

Improved Infrastructure:

·         New terminal building for Jammu Airport, rail projects including new lines and electrification, road projects including expressways and bypasses, and a CUF petroleum depot were announced.

·         Upgradation of roads, bridges, power grids, sewage treatment, smart city initiatives, fruit mandi, drug testing lab, and transit accommodation were included in the plans.

Empowering Communities:

·         Projects benefiting farmers, youth, women, SC, and ST communities were highlighted.

·         The abrogation of Article 370 was seen as a key factor in unlocking development potential.

Key Messages:

·         The Indian government is committed to investing heavily in Jammu and Kashmir’s infrastructure, education, healthcare, and other sectors.

·         Abrogation of Article 370 is seen as a crucial step in enabling this progress.

·         Positive outlook for investment and tourism with global interest growing.

Additional highlights:

·         Prime Minister distributed appointment orders to about 1500 new Government recruits of Jammu and Kashmir.

·         He interacted with beneficiaries of various government schemes, showcasing their positive impact.

·         He emphasized the importance of education, skill development, and women’s empowerment for achieving “Viksit Jammu Kashmir.”

·         He expressed confidence in the youth of Jammu and Kashmir and the bright future of the Union Territory.

This visit and the announced projects demonstrate a strong commitment from the Indian government towards the development of Jammu and Kashmir. The focus on education, healthcare, infrastructure, and empowering communities aims to create a more prosperous and inclusive future for the region.